Signed by Author. Peale, Rembrandt. Uncommon Autograph Letter Signed, November 6th 1857. To “H. P. Beck Esq. Dear Sir. / Learning that you are now at home, Mrs. Peale in returning the pictures you were so kind to lend her, / expresses her sincere thanks for the favor. And I must add that I am sure you will be pleased with the success of her copy. / Respectfully yours / Rembrandt Peale”.
Rembrandt Peale (1778-1860) was an American artist and museum keeper, the second son of Charles Wilson Peale, A prolific portrait painter, he was especially acclaimed for his likenesses of presidents George Washington and Thomas Jefferson.
One of his most famous works, Patriae Pater (1824), is a portrait of George Washington designed to project the dignity and gravitas of Washington’s character. This portrait, known for its idealized and almost monumental quality, became one of the most recognized images of Washington and was widely reproduced. He put the original painting on display in the U.S. Capitol in Philadelphia during the winter of 1823-24. In late February 1824.
